Project Overview

This app is developed to help users find, book, and pay for automated multi-story parking spaces, making urban parking more accessible and convenient.

Problem Statement

With the rapid growth of cities into mega cities, finding parking has become increasingly difficult. Our app offers a simple, automated solution that lets users easily book and pay for parking spaces hourly, helping to alleviate urban parking challenges.

My Role

I was responsible for the entire project, conducting research, ideation, prototyping, and UI design, handling every aspect of the app development on my own.

Tools

Figma, Figjam, Notion

Timeline

4 weeks

Secondary Research

I reviewed existing solutions, industry trends, and user feedback to understand the requirements for an automated parking system. Here are the key findings:

• Cities worldwide are rapidly growing, creating more demand for parking and increasing congestion.

• Many cities have fewer parking spaces than needed, especially during busy times, worsening traffic.

• Apps and smart systems simplify booking and paying for parking, saving time and reducing search hassle.

• Users prefer convenient, affordable parking solutions, often choosing mobile apps for real-time updates.

• Local rules affect parking availability and costs, with some cities using pricing to manage traffic.

• Parking congestion contributes to air pollution; better management can improve urban air quality.

• Inefficient parking systems cost businesses and individuals money; effective solutions boost city revenue.

• Cities need multiple automated parking centers featuring multi-story layouts with numerous parking spaces per floor, fully automated to eliminate the need for human intervention.

User Research

I conducted a series of calls with relatives and friends living in Tier 1 cities who use cars for their daily travel.

Objectives/Purpose of Research:

• Validate assumptions about parking challenges.

• Prioritize the needs of car users.

• Identify additional pain points in the parking process.

Key Questions:

• What factors do users consider when looking for a parking spot?

• Where do users currently park their cars when visiting different places?

• What is their overall parking experience like?

• Have they ever pre-booked a parking spot?

Pain Points and Key Findings from Research:

• No Parking Facility: Finding a secure spot without a dedicated parking area takes too long.

• Empty Spots: It's hard to find available spots in parking areas.

• Physical Tickets: There's a worry about losing physical parking tickets.

• Locating Parked Cars: It's difficult to find parked cars when returning.

• Disorganized Parking: Nearby cars are often parked poorly, causing issues.

• Car Retrieval: The retrieval process can be long and frustrating.

User Personas

I created user personas by talking with potential users. This helps us design the app to meet their specific needs and fix common parking issues.

User Flow

I created user flows by studying how people use parking apps. This helps make my app easy to use and effective for their parking needs.

Wireframing

I mapped out how users navigate the app with simple sketches, ensuring everything is clear and easy to understand.

Visual Design

I then designed an intuitive and visually appealing interface that is easy to navigate, prioritizing user interaction and visual hierarchy.

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